Maximize Your Mission.
Simplify the Process.
Helping nonprofits streamline, fund, and grow their impact.
People-centred, process-driven.
MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Hey, I'm Erin!
I’m an academic-turned-consultant with over a decade of experience helping organizations measure impact, optimize programs, and secure funding. In academia, I mastered the science of partnerships and evaluation, and now I bring those skills to the nonprofit sector, where the energy and potential for lasting impact are incredible.
I know how overwhelming it can feel to juggle reporting, limited resources, and never-ending grant deadlines. That’s why I’ve designed services that give you clarity, simple systems, and strategies you can actually use year after year.
Why I do this:
I believe every nonprofit deserves the tools and support to maximize their impact without burning out their team. My goal is to make it easier for you to prove your value, stretch your resources further, and secure the funding you need to keep growing.
What I bring:
10+ years of experience in cross-sector partnerships and evaluation
A relationship-first approach to building sustainable impact
Data-driven, easy-to-use tools designed for nonprofits
Process-driven systems that save time and energy
Canadian trained and supporting Canadians.
TESTIMONIALS
Jenna & Tina
Poplar Pulmonary
“I would definitely work with Erin again; she has a lot of expertise to bring to the table and we are forever thankful.”
“She was amazing. We had a research question that we really needed some guidance and help with and she developed a customized plan for us and really helped us with the synthesis and analysis of our systematic review … she had great guidance for us and extra little bonus tips along the way as well … she was super professional - I would definitely work with Erin again; she has a lot of expertise to bring to the table and we are forever thankful.”
Dawn Gill
Western University
“Erin's approach extended far beyond traditional research. She actively partnered with community centres and long-term care homes, ensuring that programs were not only implemented but also sustained over time.”
“I had the pleasure of mentoring Erin and it was clear from the start that she had a natural talent for building strong, collaborative relationships. While excelling at managing multiple projects and embracing intensive learning, Erin's approach extended far beyond traditional research. She actively partnered with community centres and long-term care homes, ensuring that programs were not only implemented but also sustained over time. Erin faced challenges with a smile and a positive attitude, always willing to go above and beyond. Her ability to engage stakeholders, understand their needs, and co-create meaningful projects fostered genuine connections among participants and partners alike. Erin's dedication to relationship-building and person-centred work is a rare quality that will undoubtedly continue to drive her success in the consulting world.”
Vicki Squires
U of Saskatchewan
“Her initiative, efficiency, and direction took our partnerships to the next level and made this my strongest application yet.”
“This was my third time applying for a SSHRC Partnership Grant, and Erin provided the expertise and support I needed during an especially demanding time. She strengthened existing collaborations, secured six new partnerships, and refined key grant sections, knowledge translation and governance. She developed a strategic engagement plan where she worked with me to identify ideal partners, crafted partner roles, led targeted outreach and drafted partner letters that demonstrated mutually beneficial outcomes. Two days before the deadline, compliance checks required urgent changes, Erin secured 12 revised letters within 24 hours. Her initiative, efficiency, and direction took our partnerships to the next level and made this my strongest application yet.”
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Services
Funding Strategy — $3,000
Stop chasing grants at the last minute. Build a sustainable funding pipeline with systems that save time and secure more dollars.
Research Aligned Opportunities
I identify the funders most likely to support your mission, saving your team hours of searching.
Grants Calendar for 2026
A mapped-out schedule so you always know what’s coming up - no more scrambling at deadlines.
Custom DFY LLM Prompt System
AI-powered prompts tailored to your organization, designed to help you draft stronger applications that are customized and aligned with funder priorities.
Grants Tracking System
A user-friendly tracker that keeps deadlines, requirements, and results organized in one place.
With the right funding strategy in place, you’ll have clarity, confidence, and a repeatable process for growth. Instead of reacting to opportunities, you’ll be in control of your funding future.
Impact Evaluation — $4,000
Measure what matters. Show your stakeholders, funders, and community the real difference your programs make.
Impact Evaluation Tools
Simple-to-use surveys and spreadsheets designed around your goals, so staff can easily collect and track outcome data without the overwhelm.
Beautiful Impact Report
A polished, funder-ready report that communicates results clearly, with visuals that highlight your successes.
Repeatable Process
A clear system your team can use year after year - no need to reinvent the wheel.
DFY Analysis & Reporting (+$1,000/year)
If you’d rather not crunch the numbers, I’ll handle the analysis annually and deliver a finished report.
Funders want to see results. With professional evaluation tools and reports, you’ll have the confidence to secure funding, strengthen programs, and prove your impact without burning out your team.
Program Optimization — $3,000
Do more with less. Align your resources so your programs run smoother, cost less, and create bigger results.
Resource Optimization
A review of your financials, staffing, and program operations to identify practical opportunities to better utilize resources and reduce inefficiencies.
Cost Savings & Impact Growth
Strategies to cut unnecessary expenses and reinvest those savings into initiatives that expand your reach.
Actionable Roadmap
A step-by-step plan with clear priorities, so you know exactly where to focus for the highest return on effort.
Independent Insights (+$1,200)
Add third-party surveys and interviews to capture client and community voices - revealing blind spots and uncovering new opportunities.
By streamlining operations and reallocating resources, you’ll reduce waste, grow your impact, and free up energy to focus on what matters most - your mission.
Book a Free Discovery Call
Do you need support, but not sure if I can help? Book a 30 minute discovery call to see if I can support your needs. No obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does it Take?
I generally say ~8 weeks. This depends on how fast I can get access to you and your data etc.
When is the Best Time to Do this Work?
For Impact Evaluation - I recommend getting started at the beginning of your fiscal year.
Program Optimization - Can be anytime. If you program has start/stop dates, then I would suggest about a month out from your start date.
Funding Strategy - I would recommend at towards the end of your fiscal year so that you can get started on the right track.
Do You Offer Grant Writing Services?
It depends on my availability. For non-profit organizations and charities. My rate is $75/hour + HST.
I Need Help with Something that is Not Listed, What Should I Do?
I get a lot of questions about specific requests, such as program evaluations, curriculum development, etc. I recommend setting up a 30-minute discovery call to see if I am best suited to help you. You can email me at erin@erinshellington.com to set up a time.
I Need Help, But I Can't Afford Your Services.
I am happy to set up payment plans if that is better suited to your financial situation. Contact me to discuss pricing options.
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